Rotational depth

[Tttaz_Twins]

As of now, it seems that the rotation will consist of Lopez, Ryan, Ober, Paddack, and DeSclefani. One of what has seemed to be the biggest concerns for our guys, that I have noticed, is the depth beyond them.

As I see it, aside from any possible additions from the outside, there are at least 3, if not 4, options to call up. First and foremost is Varland. After that, I expect that Canterino and Festa are looking to be ready to step up. Lastly, if he can keep up with what he’s done so far this spring, then Woods-Richardson is right there as well. 
Varland stepped up pretty well last season, and I have the feeling that another arm or two are ready to make a similar leap this year. Thoughts?

[Parfigliano]

I hope they dont continue to run the veteran DeScalf out there when its obvious he is inferior to a younger better option in Varland.

[JD-TWINS]

Should be pretty obvious if DeSclafani is going to give them opportunities to win games by May 1. The organization has a pretty ironclad ability to move DeSclafani to the IL with his history, if he’s struggling a bunch. He’s trying to go .500 in his starts and anything above that is wishful thinking. Can’t imagine the Team struggling because DeSclafani is on the roster - meaning Varland, SWR, & Festa will be in play sooner than later if there is a negative trend.

Real problem is if DeScla & someone else have simultaneous issues.

[Twins_Fan_in_NJ]

I'm generally happy with this front office. I think the bullpen additions, trading for Margot, and signing Santana were solid moves especially when you consider the financial constraints.

With that said, I do think they need to add another starting pitcher. Lorenzen was my preference but if he's seeking a 2-year deal, then I don't see the Twins going that route.

But DeSclafani scares the crap out of me - if they get 120 innings out of him, they're lucky. 

If your rotation is Lopez, Ryan, Paddack, Ober, and Varland...

To me, both Ober and Varland are in the same camp. Talented, have shown they can be successful but I don't think the track record is long enough to be totally confident - and then you add Paddack, who has dynamic stuff, but is the definition of an injury concern. If things don't break right, you have a ton of pressure on Lopez and Ryan. Having a safety net a la Keuchel isn't the worst idea, but I also get that it takes two to tango and some of the depth options currently available might want more of a guarantee than the Twins can currently give.